Elizabethan England T1 Flashcards
When does Elizabeth become queen
1558
When was Elizabeths coronation?
1559
Elizabeths education
Well read, could speak 5 languages including latin and greek, studied Theology (study of nature of religious beliefs) and keen to avoid religious disputes
Elizabeths portraits
It was important for her subjects to see her, majestic, immortal, youthful, wise, powerful and virgin were key themes in her paintings
Elzabeths royal progresses
Annual tour around south of England, visited those who couldnt travel to see her
Royal court
Centre of all political power
Courtiers
People who lived and worked at at whitehill palace
Nobles in court
Sought the patronage of the queen. They wanted a title, a role and power so they worked to impress her
As a result of patronages
Factions were formed within the Royal court. For example William Cecil vs Robert Dudley as both mensought to be her closest confidant
Elizabeth had the power to
Play one faction against the other, and therefore maintain her control
Privy council
Body of advisors appointed by aueen and in charge of day to day running of country
How many times a week did privy council meet
3 to 4 times a week to discuss matters
Local government
Helped maintain order and law on a local level across counties and towns
Lord lieutenant
Chief of local officals, wealthy landowner
Justice of the peace (JP)
Responsible for maintaining law and order on a local level on a daily basis, on lord per county and they supervised work of the jps
